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Three tiger cubs emerge from the forest, deep inside Kanha National Park, in Madhya Pradesh, India.⁠
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Being one of India’s oldest and largest tiger reserves, Kanha covers over 360 square miles (940 sq km) of protected sal forests, bamboo thickets, and meadows, and was the primary inspiration for Rudyard Kipling’s “The Jungle Book.”⁠
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With all of the less-than-optimistic conservation and environmental news in the world, India’s efforts to restore their tiger populations is one of the few wins we can celebrate. Kanha became a wildlife sanctuary in the 1930s, a national park in 1955, and was brought under a dedicated Tiger Reserve management framework in 1973 as one of the original nine Project Tiger sites. This led to strictly protected zoning in the core of Kanha, surrounded by mixed-use buffer zones to help protect the inner areas from being right up against residential villages.⁠
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Beginning in the 1960s, over 37 villages were moved out of the protected core zone, setting the stage for the immense tiger habitat that exists there today. Kanha is often cited as one of the clearest examples showing how core area resettlement can translate into higher prey densities and stable tiger populations down the road. This habitat management is what directly led to Kanha having a very high concentration of the animals tigers prey upon: deer, antelope, gaur, and others.⁠
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While driving through the jungle roads inside Kanha, we were made aware by a park ranger of these three sleeping cubs. Parking at a respectable distance, we waited, and then waited a bit longer, for them to eventually wake up. After over an hour passed, some movement could be seen. The three cubs emerged, crossing the road, allowing a handful of seconds to both enjoy the amazing sight and capture this moment.

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Three tiger cubs emerge from the forest, deep inside Kanha National Park, in Madhya Pradesh, India.⁠ ⁠ Being one of India’s oldest and largest tiger reserves, Kanha covers over 360 square miles (940 sq km) of protected sal forests, bamboo thickets, and meadows, and was the primary inspiration for Rudyard Kipling’s “The Jungle Book.”⁠ ⁠ With all of the less-than-optimistic conservation and environmental news in the world, India’s efforts to restore their tiger populations is one of the few wins we can celebrate. Kanha became a wildlife sanctuary in the 1930s, a national park in 1955, and was brought under a dedicated Tiger Reserve management framework in 1973 as one of the original nine Project Tiger sites. This led to strictly protected zoning in the core of Kanha, surrounded by mixed-use buffer zones to help protect the inner areas from being right up against residential villages.⁠ ⁠ Beginning in the 1960s, over 37 villages were moved out of the protected core zone, setting the stage for the immense tiger habitat that exists there today. Kanha is often cited as one of the clearest examples showing how core area resettlement can translate into higher prey densities and stable tiger populations down the road. This habitat management is what directly led to Kanha having a very high concentration of the animals tigers prey upon: deer, antelope, gaur, and others.⁠ ⁠ While driving through the jungle roads inside Kanha, we were made aware by a park ranger of these three sleeping cubs. Parking at a respectable distance, we waited, and then waited a bit longer, for them to eventually wake up. After over an hour passed, some movement could be seen. The three cubs emerged, crossing the road, allowing a handful of seconds to both enjoy the amazing sight and capture this moment.

2 days ago

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1/9

The sun setting behind the peak of La Madre Mountain, inside Red Rock Canyon, Nevada.⁠
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The La Madre Mountain Wilderness is a federally protected area covering over 47,000 acres of rugged terrain, contained within the Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area, which is only a surprising 20-minute drive from Las Vegas. This area is unique because it is part of the Keystone Thrust fault, where older limestone (Paleozoic) has been pushed up and over the younger (Jurassic Aztec) sandstone. This rare geological inversion is visible with the pale limestone at the higher elevations in this photograph and the vibrant sandstone found mid slope.⁠
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On this particular evening in July of this year, the intention was to capture the setting sun beaming down the center of a canyon. I just wasn’t sure which area this could be accomplished at within Red Rock. So, knowing that at this time of the year the sun will set around 67 degrees north of west, I was able to use the map to find which trail within the mountains faced 67 degrees north of west, which ended up being Rocky Gap Road. Searching around for interesting foreground elements led me to this patch of prickly pear cacti, where as the sun began to drop the edges of the cactus pads caught a bit of rim lighting, illuminated by the setting sun for only a few moments before fading away.

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The sun setting behind the peak of La Madre Mountain, inside Red Rock Canyon, Nevada.⁠ ⁠ The La Madre Mountain Wilderness is a federally protected area covering over 47,000 acres of rugged terrain, contained within the Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area, which is only a surprising 20-minute drive from Las Vegas. This area is unique because it is part of the Keystone Thrust fault, where older limestone (Paleozoic) has been pushed up and over the younger (Jurassic Aztec) sandstone. This rare geological inversion is visible with the pale limestone at the higher elevations in this photograph and the vibrant sandstone found mid slope.⁠ ⁠ On this particular evening in July of this year, the intention was to capture the setting sun beaming down the center of a canyon. I just wasn’t sure which area this could be accomplished at within Red Rock. So, knowing that at this time of the year the sun will set around 67 degrees north of west, I was able to use the map to find which trail within the mountains faced 67 degrees north of west, which ended up being Rocky Gap Road. Searching around for interesting foreground elements led me to this patch of prickly pear cacti, where as the sun began to drop the edges of the cactus pads caught a bit of rim lighting, illuminated by the setting sun for only a few moments before fading away.

4 days ago

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2/9

A western tiger swallowtail nectaring on some purple lupine while flying through a subalpine meadow in Flagstaff, Arizona.⁠
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Being one of the largest species of butterflies found in the western United States, western tiger swallowtails have wingspans that can reach up to 4 inches (10 cm). With these long wings comes great power and the ability to travel long distances, sometimes covering dozens of miles in search of food. Their flight muscles operate with extreme efficiency, beating around 300 times per minute, propelling them to reach speeds of up to 30 miles per hour (48 km/h). Being able to travel far distances helps them cross some of the massive canyons this part of the country is known for, and despite their delicate appearance, they are quite robust in the extreme temperatures they can endure, another environmental factor to their surviving in this part of the country. Flagstaff can swing all the way from near freezing early in the morning to over 80 F (27 C) in the afternoon, and they are able to handle it all.⁠
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I was hiking around the Snowbowl area of Flagstaff looking for an ideal sunset spot on this particular afternoon when I came across this swallowtail speedily nectaring on the tall lupine flowers in a meadow just off the side of the trail. While it was moving quite fast and not landing for very long, it was at least keeping to this same concentration of lupine, allowing me to sit on the ground among the flowers, trying to photograph it in the process. I spent a good half hour observing and photographing, as anyone who has spent time photographing butterflies knows, it takes many shots to get one where the butterfly is both in focus and facing the camera.

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A western tiger swallowtail nectaring on some purple lupine while flying through a subalpine meadow in Flagstaff, Arizona.⁠ ⁠ Being one of the largest species of butterflies found in the western United States, western tiger swallowtails have wingspans that can reach up to 4 inches (10 cm). With these long wings comes great power and the ability to travel long distances, sometimes covering dozens of miles in search of food. Their flight muscles operate with extreme efficiency, beating around 300 times per minute, propelling them to reach speeds of up to 30 miles per hour (48 km/h). Being able to travel far distances helps them cross some of the massive canyons this part of the country is known for, and despite their delicate appearance, they are quite robust in the extreme temperatures they can endure, another environmental factor to their surviving in this part of the country. Flagstaff can swing all the way from near freezing early in the morning to over 80 F (27 C) in the afternoon, and they are able to handle it all.⁠ ⁠ I was hiking around the Snowbowl area of Flagstaff looking for an ideal sunset spot on this particular afternoon when I came across this swallowtail speedily nectaring on the tall lupine flowers in a meadow just off the side of the trail. While it was moving quite fast and not landing for very long, it was at least keeping to this same concentration of lupine, allowing me to sit on the ground among the flowers, trying to photograph it in the process. I spent a good half hour observing and photographing, as anyone who has spent time photographing butterflies knows, it takes many shots to get one where the butterfly is both in focus and facing the camera.

6 days ago

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3/9

After a year filled with both challenges and joy, I am happy to share this year’s calendar, featuring 12 photos taken during 2025.⁠
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This year I was fortunate to travel across the Midwest, chasing after and photographing severe weather for a total of two weeks. I also took a journey from Nevada to Arizona and back, then spent a joy filled week in the Pacific Northwest, not to mention a couple of quick trips to Chicago. The photos featured in this calendar reflect those trips, as well as a couple of shots I took locally here in Massachusetts.⁠
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If you go to EvanTPhotography.com/calendar – you are able to purchase both the premium version of this calendar (14”x11” on thick paper @ $30 including shipping) or a budget friendly version of my calendar (11”x8.5” on regular paper @ around $18 including shipping). The link will take you to the premium version, but there will be a link on that page if you prefer the less costly option. I am selling both versions for basically what it costs me to produce and ship them, as I do not want to make any money off anyone who likes my photography, and am simply happy to share these with you. These prices apply to US addresses, and please contact me directly if you want it shipped elsewhere.⁠
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As I have done in previous years, as a bit of a test to see how many people read this far down in my caption, the first two people who reach out to me via direct message, I will happily send you a calendar free of charge.⁠
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Some of the highlights of the past year that stand out to me are the sunset at Ruby Beach, the super dynamic sky above the Grand Canyon, and the explosive lightning bolt over the train tracks in Kansas. I hope you enjoy this calendar, as I certainly enjoyed creating it!

After a year filled with both challenges and joy, I am happy to share this year’s calendar, featuring 12 photos taken during 2025.⁠
⁠
This year I was fortunate to travel across the Midwest, chasing after and photographing severe weather for a total of two weeks. I also took a journey from Nevada to Arizona and back, then spent a joy filled week in the Pacific Northwest, not to mention a couple of quick trips to Chicago. The photos featured in this calendar reflect those trips, as well as a couple of shots I took locally here in Massachusetts.⁠
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If you go to EvanTPhotography.com/calendar – you are able to purchase both the premium version of this calendar (14”x11” on thick paper @ $30 including shipping) or a budget friendly version of my calendar (11”x8.5” on regular paper @ around $18 including shipping). The link will take you to the premium version, but there will be a link on that page if you prefer the less costly option. I am selling both versions for basically what it costs me to produce and ship them, as I do not want to make any money off anyone who likes my photography, and am simply happy to share these with you. These prices apply to US addresses, and please contact me directly if you want it shipped elsewhere.⁠
⁠
As I have done in previous years, as a bit of a test to see how many people read this far down in my caption, the first two people who reach out to me via direct message, I will happily send you a calendar free of charge.⁠
⁠
Some of the highlights of the past year that stand out to me are the sunset at Ruby Beach, the super dynamic sky above the Grand Canyon, and the explosive lightning bolt over the train tracks in Kansas. I hope you enjoy this calendar, as I certainly enjoyed creating it!

After a year filled with both challenges and joy, I am happy to share this year’s calendar, featuring 12 photos taken during 2025.⁠
⁠
This year I was fortunate to travel across the Midwest, chasing after and photographing severe weather for a total of two weeks. I also took a journey from Nevada to Arizona and back, then spent a joy filled week in the Pacific Northwest, not to mention a couple of quick trips to Chicago. The photos featured in this calendar reflect those trips, as well as a couple of shots I took locally here in Massachusetts.⁠
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If you go to EvanTPhotography.com/calendar – you are able to purchase both the premium version of this calendar (14”x11” on thick paper @ $30 including shipping) or a budget friendly version of my calendar (11”x8.5” on regular paper @ around $18 including shipping). The link will take you to the premium version, but there will be a link on that page if you prefer the less costly option. I am selling both versions for basically what it costs me to produce and ship them, as I do not want to make any money off anyone who likes my photography, and am simply happy to share these with you. These prices apply to US addresses, and please contact me directly if you want it shipped elsewhere.⁠
⁠
As I have done in previous years, as a bit of a test to see how many people read this far down in my caption, the first two people who reach out to me via direct message, I will happily send you a calendar free of charge.⁠
⁠
Some of the highlights of the past year that stand out to me are the sunset at Ruby Beach, the super dynamic sky above the Grand Canyon, and the explosive lightning bolt over the train tracks in Kansas. I hope you enjoy this calendar, as I certainly enjoyed creating it!

After a year filled with both challenges and joy, I am happy to share this year’s calendar, featuring 12 photos taken during 2025.⁠
⁠
This year I was fortunate to travel across the Midwest, chasing after and photographing severe weather for a total of two weeks. I also took a journey from Nevada to Arizona and back, then spent a joy filled week in the Pacific Northwest, not to mention a couple of quick trips to Chicago. The photos featured in this calendar reflect those trips, as well as a couple of shots I took locally here in Massachusetts.⁠
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If you go to EvanTPhotography.com/calendar – you are able to purchase both the premium version of this calendar (14”x11” on thick paper @ $30 including shipping) or a budget friendly version of my calendar (11”x8.5” on regular paper @ around $18 including shipping). The link will take you to the premium version, but there will be a link on that page if you prefer the less costly option. I am selling both versions for basically what it costs me to produce and ship them, as I do not want to make any money off anyone who likes my photography, and am simply happy to share these with you. These prices apply to US addresses, and please contact me directly if you want it shipped elsewhere.⁠
⁠
As I have done in previous years, as a bit of a test to see how many people read this far down in my caption, the first two people who reach out to me via direct message, I will happily send you a calendar free of charge.⁠
⁠
Some of the highlights of the past year that stand out to me are the sunset at Ruby Beach, the super dynamic sky above the Grand Canyon, and the explosive lightning bolt over the train tracks in Kansas. I hope you enjoy this calendar, as I certainly enjoyed creating it!

After a year filled with both challenges and joy, I am happy to share this year’s calendar, featuring 12 photos taken during 2025.⁠
⁠
This year I was fortunate to travel across the Midwest, chasing after and photographing severe weather for a total of two weeks. I also took a journey from Nevada to Arizona and back, then spent a joy filled week in the Pacific Northwest, not to mention a couple of quick trips to Chicago. The photos featured in this calendar reflect those trips, as well as a couple of shots I took locally here in Massachusetts.⁠
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If you go to EvanTPhotography.com/calendar – you are able to purchase both the premium version of this calendar (14”x11” on thick paper @ $30 including shipping) or a budget friendly version of my calendar (11”x8.5” on regular paper @ around $18 including shipping). The link will take you to the premium version, but there will be a link on that page if you prefer the less costly option. I am selling both versions for basically what it costs me to produce and ship them, as I do not want to make any money off anyone who likes my photography, and am simply happy to share these with you. These prices apply to US addresses, and please contact me directly if you want it shipped elsewhere.⁠
⁠
As I have done in previous years, as a bit of a test to see how many people read this far down in my caption, the first two people who reach out to me via direct message, I will happily send you a calendar free of charge.⁠
⁠
Some of the highlights of the past year that stand out to me are the sunset at Ruby Beach, the super dynamic sky above the Grand Canyon, and the explosive lightning bolt over the train tracks in Kansas. I hope you enjoy this calendar, as I certainly enjoyed creating it!

After a year filled with both challenges and joy, I am happy to share this year’s calendar, featuring 12 photos taken during 2025.⁠
⁠
This year I was fortunate to travel across the Midwest, chasing after and photographing severe weather for a total of two weeks. I also took a journey from Nevada to Arizona and back, then spent a joy filled week in the Pacific Northwest, not to mention a couple of quick trips to Chicago. The photos featured in this calendar reflect those trips, as well as a couple of shots I took locally here in Massachusetts.⁠
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If you go to EvanTPhotography.com/calendar – you are able to purchase both the premium version of this calendar (14”x11” on thick paper @ $30 including shipping) or a budget friendly version of my calendar (11”x8.5” on regular paper @ around $18 including shipping). The link will take you to the premium version, but there will be a link on that page if you prefer the less costly option. I am selling both versions for basically what it costs me to produce and ship them, as I do not want to make any money off anyone who likes my photography, and am simply happy to share these with you. These prices apply to US addresses, and please contact me directly if you want it shipped elsewhere.⁠
⁠
As I have done in previous years, as a bit of a test to see how many people read this far down in my caption, the first two people who reach out to me via direct message, I will happily send you a calendar free of charge.⁠
⁠
Some of the highlights of the past year that stand out to me are the sunset at Ruby Beach, the super dynamic sky above the Grand Canyon, and the explosive lightning bolt over the train tracks in Kansas. I hope you enjoy this calendar, as I certainly enjoyed creating it!

After a year filled with both challenges and joy, I am happy to share this year’s calendar, featuring 12 photos taken during 2025.⁠
⁠
This year I was fortunate to travel across the Midwest, chasing after and photographing severe weather for a total of two weeks. I also took a journey from Nevada to Arizona and back, then spent a joy filled week in the Pacific Northwest, not to mention a couple of quick trips to Chicago. The photos featured in this calendar reflect those trips, as well as a couple of shots I took locally here in Massachusetts.⁠
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If you go to EvanTPhotography.com/calendar – you are able to purchase both the premium version of this calendar (14”x11” on thick paper @ $30 including shipping) or a budget friendly version of my calendar (11”x8.5” on regular paper @ around $18 including shipping). The link will take you to the premium version, but there will be a link on that page if you prefer the less costly option. I am selling both versions for basically what it costs me to produce and ship them, as I do not want to make any money off anyone who likes my photography, and am simply happy to share these with you. These prices apply to US addresses, and please contact me directly if you want it shipped elsewhere.⁠
⁠
As I have done in previous years, as a bit of a test to see how many people read this far down in my caption, the first two people who reach out to me via direct message, I will happily send you a calendar free of charge.⁠
⁠
Some of the highlights of the past year that stand out to me are the sunset at Ruby Beach, the super dynamic sky above the Grand Canyon, and the explosive lightning bolt over the train tracks in Kansas. I hope you enjoy this calendar, as I certainly enjoyed creating it!

After a year filled with both challenges and joy, I am happy to share this year’s calendar, featuring 12 photos taken during 2025.⁠
⁠
This year I was fortunate to travel across the Midwest, chasing after and photographing severe weather for a total of two weeks. I also took a journey from Nevada to Arizona and back, then spent a joy filled week in the Pacific Northwest, not to mention a couple of quick trips to Chicago. The photos featured in this calendar reflect those trips, as well as a couple of shots I took locally here in Massachusetts.⁠
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If you go to EvanTPhotography.com/calendar – you are able to purchase both the premium version of this calendar (14”x11” on thick paper @ $30 including shipping) or a budget friendly version of my calendar (11”x8.5” on regular paper @ around $18 including shipping). The link will take you to the premium version, but there will be a link on that page if you prefer the less costly option. I am selling both versions for basically what it costs me to produce and ship them, as I do not want to make any money off anyone who likes my photography, and am simply happy to share these with you. These prices apply to US addresses, and please contact me directly if you want it shipped elsewhere.⁠
⁠
As I have done in previous years, as a bit of a test to see how many people read this far down in my caption, the first two people who reach out to me via direct message, I will happily send you a calendar free of charge.⁠
⁠
Some of the highlights of the past year that stand out to me are the sunset at Ruby Beach, the super dynamic sky above the Grand Canyon, and the explosive lightning bolt over the train tracks in Kansas. I hope you enjoy this calendar, as I certainly enjoyed creating it!

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After a year filled with both challenges and joy, I am happy to share this year’s calendar, featuring 12 photos taken during 2025.⁠ ⁠ This year I was fortunate to travel across the Midwest, chasing after and photographing severe weather for a total of two weeks. I also took a journey from Nevada to Arizona and back, then spent a joy filled week in the Pacific Northwest, not to mention a couple of quick trips to Chicago. The photos featured in this calendar reflect those trips, as well as a couple of shots I took locally here in Massachusetts.⁠ ⁠ If you go to EvanTPhotography.com/calendar – you are able to purchase both the premium version of this calendar (14”x11” on thick paper @ $30 including shipping) or a budget friendly version of my calendar (11”x8.5” on regular paper @ around $18 including shipping). The link will take you to the premium version, but there will be a link on that page if you prefer the less costly option. I am selling both versions for basically what it costs me to produce and ship them, as I do not want to make any money off anyone who likes my photography, and am simply happy to share these with you. These prices apply to US addresses, and please contact me directly if you want it shipped elsewhere.⁠ ⁠ As I have done in previous years, as a bit of a test to see how many people read this far down in my caption, the first two people who reach out to me via direct message, I will happily send you a calendar free of charge.⁠ ⁠ Some of the highlights of the past year that stand out to me are the sunset at Ruby Beach, the super dynamic sky above the Grand Canyon, and the explosive lightning bolt over the train tracks in Kansas. I hope you enjoy this calendar, as I certainly enjoyed creating it!

1 week ago

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4/9

The setting sun peeks through a sea arch carved into the headland at Second Beach in Olympic National Park in Washington.⁠
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On a recent trip to the Pacific Northwest, primarily focusing on Olympic National Park, I knew I wanted to photograph the sun setting at a variety of the stunning beaches that the western portion of the park is known for. Of the four beaches I was fortunate enough to photograph on this trip, this particular one will always stand out for one unique reason, the wildlife I encountered during it.⁠
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It was not the seals or whales that can sometimes be seen breaching the water or feeding here, nor was it the bald eagles or black oystercatchers that can often be seen flying overhead. This wildlife was aquatic-based, and seemed determined to be more flesh-based at the time. My flesh, specifically. While standing in the water to take this shot, amphipods swarmed my legs and feet, pinching and clinging to my skin nonstop. Also known as beach hoppers or skeleton shrimp, these critters were very determined to make taking this photograph quite the challenge.⁠
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If timing the sun setting inside this small window in the rock, while trying to capture the movement of the waves, was not difficult enough, having to constantly kick my feet up into the air to fling off these skeleton shrimp pinching onto my skin made this a difficult and memorable photo session for sure.

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The setting sun peeks through a sea arch carved into the headland at Second Beach in Olympic National Park in Washington.⁠ ⁠ On a recent trip to the Pacific Northwest, primarily focusing on Olympic National Park, I knew I wanted to photograph the sun setting at a variety of the stunning beaches that the western portion of the park is known for. Of the four beaches I was fortunate enough to photograph on this trip, this particular one will always stand out for one unique reason, the wildlife I encountered during it.⁠ ⁠ It was not the seals or whales that can sometimes be seen breaching the water or feeding here, nor was it the bald eagles or black oystercatchers that can often be seen flying overhead. This wildlife was aquatic-based, and seemed determined to be more flesh-based at the time. My flesh, specifically. While standing in the water to take this shot, amphipods swarmed my legs and feet, pinching and clinging to my skin nonstop. Also known as beach hoppers or skeleton shrimp, these critters were very determined to make taking this photograph quite the challenge.⁠ ⁠ If timing the sun setting inside this small window in the rock, while trying to capture the movement of the waves, was not difficult enough, having to constantly kick my feet up into the air to fling off these skeleton shrimp pinching onto my skin made this a difficult and memorable photo session for sure.

2 weeks ago

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5/9

The two-tiered Multnomah Falls plunges down behind the Benson Footbridge within the Columbia River Gorge in Oregon.⁠
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Considered the most famous waterfall in the Pacific Northwest, Multnomah Falls drops a total of 620 feet (189 m), with the upper tier falling 542 feet (165 m) and the lower tier another 69 feet (21 m). The Benson Footbridge, part of the Multnomah Falls Trail, also known as the Larch Mountain Trail (#411), sits roughly halfway up the waterfall and provides an up-close view of the midpoint of this spectacular natural wonder.⁠
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Over 2.5 million visitors come to this site each year, making it the most visited natural attraction in Oregon and one of the most popular waterfalls in the United States by visitor count. Given this, it is easy to understand why timed permit reservations are required during the summer months, as the demand to witness its beauty is immense.⁠
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That is part of the reason I arrived incredibly early on this day, just as the sun began to rise, early enough to avoid the need for a permit and the Disney World sized crowds that soon follow. Experiencing this majestic waterfall in peace completely transforms the atmosphere and allows its serenity to truly shine.

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The two-tiered Multnomah Falls plunges down behind the Benson Footbridge within the Columbia River Gorge in Oregon.⁠ ⁠ Considered the most famous waterfall in the Pacific Northwest, Multnomah Falls drops a total of 620 feet (189 m), with the upper tier falling 542 feet (165 m) and the lower tier another 69 feet (21 m). The Benson Footbridge, part of the Multnomah Falls Trail, also known as the Larch Mountain Trail (#411), sits roughly halfway up the waterfall and provides an up-close view of the midpoint of this spectacular natural wonder.⁠ ⁠ Over 2.5 million visitors come to this site each year, making it the most visited natural attraction in Oregon and one of the most popular waterfalls in the United States by visitor count. Given this, it is easy to understand why timed permit reservations are required during the summer months, as the demand to witness its beauty is immense.⁠ ⁠ That is part of the reason I arrived incredibly early on this day, just as the sun began to rise, early enough to avoid the need for a permit and the Disney World sized crowds that soon follow. Experiencing this majestic waterfall in peace completely transforms the atmosphere and allows its serenity to truly shine.

4 weeks ago

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6/9

The setting sun reflected in a rain-fed pool, at the summit of Mount Monadnock in New Hampshire.⁠
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At an elevation of 3,165 feet (965 m), Mount Monadnock is the highest mountain in southern New Hampshire, towering over 1,000 feet (305 m) higher than any other peak within 30 miles (48 km). Although it is shorter than many of the peaks in the not-too-far-away White Mountains, Mount Monadnock is one of the most frequently climbed mountains in the world, given its proximity to major cities such as Boston, and its high reward in terms of views given a fairly moderate hike.⁠
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The White Dot and White Cross Trails are the most common points of access to the summit of Mount Monadnock, coming in at just under 4 miles (6.4 km) round trip, climbing 1,774 feet (541 m) of elevation. While this is no minor task, relatively speaking this is a rather short hike, given the incredible views up top.⁠
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Due to the bald, granite-covered summit, there is essentially no soil or drainage layer, so any rain, snowmelt, or condensation tends to linger around a bit longer than on usual surfaces. Given the recent rain in the days leading up to this hike, it made sense that there were many pools on the summit, providing me with a variety of surfaces to use for reflections, mirroring the amazing sunset taking place in the sky on this recent autumn evening.

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The setting sun reflected in a rain-fed pool, at the summit of Mount Monadnock in New Hampshire.⁠ ⁠ At an elevation of 3,165 feet (965 m), Mount Monadnock is the highest mountain in southern New Hampshire, towering over 1,000 feet (305 m) higher than any other peak within 30 miles (48 km). Although it is shorter than many of the peaks in the not-too-far-away White Mountains, Mount Monadnock is one of the most frequently climbed mountains in the world, given its proximity to major cities such as Boston, and its high reward in terms of views given a fairly moderate hike.⁠ ⁠ The White Dot and White Cross Trails are the most common points of access to the summit of Mount Monadnock, coming in at just under 4 miles (6.4 km) round trip, climbing 1,774 feet (541 m) of elevation. While this is no minor task, relatively speaking this is a rather short hike, given the incredible views up top.⁠ ⁠ Due to the bald, granite-covered summit, there is essentially no soil or drainage layer, so any rain, snowmelt, or condensation tends to linger around a bit longer than on usual surfaces. Given the recent rain in the days leading up to this hike, it made sense that there were many pools on the summit, providing me with a variety of surfaces to use for reflections, mirroring the amazing sunset taking place in the sky on this recent autumn evening.

1 month ago

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7/9

An eastern snapping turtle on its way to finding an overwintering site, on a recent autumn morning in Massachusetts.⁠
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Eastern snapping turtles are the largest freshwater turtle found in Massachusetts, usually weighing between 10 to 35 pounds (4.5 to 14 kg), with some exceeding a massive 50 pounds (23 kg). They live to be 30 to 50 years old in the wild, and don’t reach that age without long periods of rest, their winter hibernation can last up to 100 days. To do so, they burrow into the mud at the bottom of ponds and other bodies of water, and can survive without breathing air for months at a time.⁠
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Although these turtles are quite common, they mostly go unnoticed, residing in the murky waters of ponds, swamps, and marshy edges. They typically only venture onto land prior to and following their period of hibernation, usually starting in late October and lasting until the springtime, about 3 to 4 months later. They emerge and travel across land to reach ideal hibernation locations, leading to this encounter I was fortunate enough to experience on a very recent morning.⁠
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As I was rounding the corner on a local hike I take a few times a week, this large turtle was just off the side of the trail, seemingly frozen in time, which makes sense, given how they become quite sluggish and low energy as they approach their well-needed hibernation. The glimpse of foliage in the background of this photograph illustrates nature’s transition into winter, with both the leaves and this turtle preparing for the cold months ahead.

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An eastern snapping turtle on its way to finding an overwintering site, on a recent autumn morning in Massachusetts.⁠ ⁠ Eastern snapping turtles are the largest freshwater turtle found in Massachusetts, usually weighing between 10 to 35 pounds (4.5 to 14 kg), with some exceeding a massive 50 pounds (23 kg). They live to be 30 to 50 years old in the wild, and don’t reach that age without long periods of rest, their winter hibernation can last up to 100 days. To do so, they burrow into the mud at the bottom of ponds and other bodies of water, and can survive without breathing air for months at a time.⁠ ⁠ Although these turtles are quite common, they mostly go unnoticed, residing in the murky waters of ponds, swamps, and marshy edges. They typically only venture onto land prior to and following their period of hibernation, usually starting in late October and lasting until the springtime, about 3 to 4 months later. They emerge and travel across land to reach ideal hibernation locations, leading to this encounter I was fortunate enough to experience on a very recent morning.⁠ ⁠ As I was rounding the corner on a local hike I take a few times a week, this large turtle was just off the side of the trail, seemingly frozen in time, which makes sense, given how they become quite sluggish and low energy as they approach their well-needed hibernation. The glimpse of foliage in the background of this photograph illustrates nature’s transition into winter, with both the leaves and this turtle preparing for the cold months ahead.

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Lightning strikes down from a supercell passing in the distance, behind some open fields in southern Kansas.⁠
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This photograph was taken while storm chasing in southern Kansas, back on June 17th, 2025. While this storm did not produce any tornadoes on that day, it certainly wasn’t lacking in lightning. I took this photo from a bit of a distance, which is why the foreground remains sunlit, while the background is shrouded in storm darkness.⁠
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This moment happened during a brief stop, at a gas station, of all places, in South Haven, Kansas. Behind the parking lot was a small patch of blooming thistles overlooking a dramatic landscape of shifting light and shadow. The flowers and grasses swayed in the storm’s inflow winds, adding a dynamic sense of the storm’s power and its pull on the atmosphere and land.

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Lightning strikes down from a supercell passing in the distance, behind some open fields in southern Kansas.⁠ ⁠ This photograph was taken while storm chasing in southern Kansas, back on June 17th, 2025. While this storm did not produce any tornadoes on that day, it certainly wasn’t lacking in lightning. I took this photo from a bit of a distance, which is why the foreground remains sunlit, while the background is shrouded in storm darkness.⁠ ⁠ This moment happened during a brief stop, at a gas station, of all places, in South Haven, Kansas. Behind the parking lot was a small patch of blooming thistles overlooking a dramatic landscape of shifting light and shadow. The flowers and grasses swayed in the storm’s inflow winds, adding a dynamic sense of the storm’s power and its pull on the atmosphere and land.

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